Obituaries
Manuel Gurule
Dec 25, 2024
Manuel “Oscar” Gurule, 63, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend, was called to be with Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ December 25, 2024. Oscar left this life peacefully, surrounded by his beloved family. He was born on March 23, 1961, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Belta Mae Gurule, and grew up in a large family that helped...
Yvette Lynee Sandoval
Dec 23, 2024
Yvette Sandoval,Born Monday, June 20th, 1977, passed away Monday, December 23rd, 2024. Yvette was a friend to many people. She was loved by all who truly knew her. Yvette will be forever missed by the loved ones she leaves behind. She was the daughter of Diana Fuentes and William Saavedra and the stepdaughter of Santiago Fuentes. She was the sister...
Steven Keliiaa
Dec 23, 2024
Steven Keliiaa, 53, died on December 23, 2024, in Albuquerque NM. A loyal husband, loving father, and caring grandfather, Steve will always be remembered for his willingness to help others, even complete strangers. Steve had a soft spot in his heart for dogs.
Born on September 26, 1971, a Native Hawaiian, Steve loved showing his family the islands of Hawaii, particularly...
Sophie Angelina Benavidez
Dec 23, 2024
Sophie Benavidez September 7, 1958 – December 23, 2024
Sophie Angelina Benavidez, age 66 passed away on December 23, 2024, at Kaseman Hospice following an illness. Sophie was born on September 7, 1958, in Grants, NM to Jose & Genoveva Aragon and grew up in a family of 11. She later moved to Albuquerque and had 3 children of her own:...
Timothy Michael Seigfried
Dec 23, 2024
"Timothy Michael Seigfried
Born May 28th,1957 in Barberton, Ohio. Passed away December 23rd 2024 in Albuquerque, NM. He was surrounded by family. Survived by Sister, Wife, 5 children, 6 grandchildren. Preceded by grandparents and parents. Michael never met a stranger, made ppl laugh and brightened their day. The world was a better place with him. A life celebration will be held...
Mary Louise Salazar
Dec 22, 2024
Mary Louise Salazar passed away on December 22, 2024, at age 68. She was born on May 31, 1956, in Albuquerque, NM. She was a dedicated mother and wife who made friends everywhere she went. There was not a person she would meet that she would not strike up a conversation with. She had a beautiful smile and a comforting...
Lorenzo Jojola Garcia
Dec 20, 2024
Rest in Peace, Lorenzo "Good and Faithful Servant"
Lorenzo Jojola Garcia
September 13, 1942 – December 20, 2024
An American Vietnam Veteran, Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Son and Brother. A humble man who wanted the best for his family, community and country. Lorenzo began working at a young age to provide milk for his younger sister Beatrice and his other siblings, doing...
David Salazar
Dec 19, 2024
David Lee Salazar, 75, died surrounded by his family on December 19, 2024, at the Community Living Center at the Raymond G. Murphy VA Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico, just two weeks after being diagnosed with metastatic liver cancer.
Born November 16, 1949, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, to Eduardo and Mary Salazar, David lived most of his youth in Loveland, CO with...
Dolores Salazar
Dec 15, 2024
Dolores Pilar Salazar, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away peacefully on December 15,
2024, at the age of 88. Born on October 12, 1936, in Albuquerque, NM. Dolores dedicated her life to
nurturing her family and creating lasting memories filled with love.
Preceded in death by her devoted husband Luis Salazar and her beloved daughter Lorraine Salazar. She
is survived by her brother...
Luella "Lu" Williams
Dec 15, 2024
A lifetime of love, laughter, and legendary kindness came to a close on December 15, 2024, when Luella (Lu) Williams bid her final affectionate farewell. Born at the family home in Gravelton, Missouri on May 1, 1935 to the late Rev. Theodore C. Predoehl and Dorothea M. Predoehl (Blesse), Lu was a double blessing to the world, arriving alongside her...
Edward Lovato
Dec 13, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Edward Isa ( Ivy ) Lovato On Friday, December 13, 2024, at the young age of 66 at his home in Bernalillo, New Mexico. Ivy was born on February 11, 1958, in Cuba New Mexico to Isa and Rebecca Lovato.
Ivy grew up in San Ysidro New Mexico. He...
Athochila "Athocha" Jaramillo
Dec 11, 2024
Athochila (Athocha) Jaramillo, 102, The last of the Mohicans born August 27, 1922.. She passed peacefully at home surrounded by her family on December 11, 2024. Athocha was preceded in death by her husband, Eloy, Children, Maria, Daniel, and Larry, her parents Justo, and Carmelita, Siblings, Lorenzo, Antonio, Damascia, Richardo, Reyes, Benadita, Irene, Pablo, Jose, Manuel, Gregorita, Senovio. Athocha is...
Connie Molinar
Dec 10, 2024
In Memory of Connie Molinar born March 8 th 1962 to parents Josephine Valenzuela and Jose Chavez. Loving daughter, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She leaves behind four children,
Georgina Maldonado
Adan and wife Bryanna Maldonado
Jessica Molinar
David and wife Vicki Molinar.
Grandchildren,
Ivan
Esmeralda
Luis
Idalia
Brisea
Baby Cattleya
And her three brothers
Joe Chavez
Patrick Chavez
Edward and wife Maria Chavez.
It saddens our hearts she left us so soon but today we...
Donald Lewis Mayfield
Dec 9, 2024
Donald Lewis Mayfield, lovingly known as "Don" and affectionately called "Supergramps," passed away on December 9, 2024, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by his four children. He was born on January 20, 1938, in Scotts Bluff, Nebraska, to Lewis K. Mayfield and Irene E. Mayfield.
Don was the youngest of three brothers and cherished the adventures he shared with his siblings,...
Melcolm Gabriel Peralta
Dec 4, 2024
Melcolm "Gabe" Peralta, age 44 went home to be with the Lord in Albuquerque NM on December 4, 2024.Gabe was born to Melcolm & Esther Peralta on July 25, 1980. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather Salomon Peralta, and Uncles Joseph and Steve Peralta. His Maternal Grandparents Lucian and Prescilla Chavez uncles Abe and Richard Chavez, Andy...
Lillie Cordova
Dec 4, 2024
Lillie Cordova, 92, of Albuquerque, NM, went to be with the Lord on December 4, 2024. Born on June 24, 1932, she lived a life full of joy, love, and faith. Lillie was the life of the party, known for her love of dancing, music, and vibrant spirit. She was a constant presence in her community and dedicated her Sundays...
Marlene Tompkins
Dec 3, 2024
Marlene Tompkins, born April 22, 1932 in Granbury, Texas passed away on Dec 3, 2024 after a brief
illness. Marlene lived a full, busy life with 4 children. Marlene found a love for art early in her life and
became an accomplished artist well into her 60’s. She obtained her bachelor’s degree from California
State University, Northridge in Art History in 1976, while...
Maria Nicolasa Duarte
Dec 1, 2024
Maria Nicholasa Duarte, 61-years-old, peacefully passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at her home. After her valiant fight with Breast Cancer in 2009, Maria’s battle resumed in September 2022 with her strong will to live, faith in God, and the love and prayers of family, friends, and many supporters carried her through 2 years of grueling Chemotherapy and radiation....
Charles "CJ" LeBlanc
Dec 1, 2024
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our son Charles
James LeBlanc (CJ). CJ was a son, a brother, a father, a partner, and a friend who brought joy
and depth to the lives of everyone who knew him.
CJ is survived by his parents, Charles LeBlanc and Chasity LeBlanc; his brothers, Jason
LeBlanc and Landon LeBlanc;...
Rosa Victoria Ortiz
Dec 1, 2024
Rosa Victoria (Colón) Ortiz
November 18, 1933 - December 1, 2024
Rosa Victoria Ortiz (affectionately called “Mamita”) fell asleep on December 1, 2024. Born in Ponce, Puerto Rico on November 18, 1933, Rosa was a pillar of strength and an example of unwavering and unconditional love. She was known for her love of music and infectious laugh. Ever the life of the...